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J2 GBC

1991 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

17,888 mi
Last recorded17,888 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 1991 Lotus Elan80,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ2 GBC
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 17,888 miles

Exhaust corroded (rear box)

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 17,839 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust rusty/corroded

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 17,750 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 17,645 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 17,557 miles

slight play at steering wheel

Pass 26 Apr 2019 17,442 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 17,240 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 17,153 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 16,999 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 16,869 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 16,559 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 16,360 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 16,316 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 16,033 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 15,413 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 15,313 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 15,008 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 14,587 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 14,587 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?

Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
4,280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,585
brake recording little or no effort 1,342
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 927
brake binding 845
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J2 GBC is a 1991 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1991 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 80,091 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,585 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J2 GBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 35 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J2 GBC registered?

J2 GBC is a 1991 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J2 GBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J2 GBC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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